500 Francs (Madonna and Christ Child with Infant Saint John the Baptist and Three Angels) 2018 front 500 Francs (Madonna and Christ Child with Infant Saint John the Baptist and Three Angels) 2018 back
500 Francs (Madonna and Christ Child with Infant Saint John the Baptist and Three Angels) 2018 photo
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500 Francs Madonna and Christ Child with Infant Saint John the Baptist and Three Angels

2018 year
Gold (.999) plated silver (.999) 17.50 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Cameroon › Cameroon (1960-date)
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
Value
500 Francs CFA 500 XAF = USD 0.84
Currency
CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
Composition
Gold (.999) plated silver (.999)
Weight
17.50 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#346645
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Detail of "Madonna and Christ Child with Infant Saint John the Baptist and Three Angels" painted by Domenico Ghirlandaio in ca. 1485-1494. Wreath around painting.

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of religious and cultural elements. The Madonna and Christ Child are depicted with Infant Saint John the Baptist and three angels, reflecting the Christian faith. At the same time, the coin's design incorporates traditional Cameroonian motifs, such as the use of gold and silver plating, which are symbols of wealth and status in many African cultures. This blending of religious and cultural elements makes the coin a distinctive and interesting piece.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2018 MW 500 - - - - - -

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